Dog Bites

Phillipsburg, New Jersey, Dog Bite Attorney

Attorney Mandry is a dog lover.  He believes that pet owners who cherish their dogs need to treat them responsibly, making sure they are never in a position to bite a child or knock an elderly person down. He has handled claims for injuries involving both adults and children.  He has also secured compensation for people injured by other animals, including cows and horses.  If you have been bitten by a dog or injured by another kind of domesticated animal, contact our New Jersey personal injury attorney, at William E. Mandry, P.C., Law Offices. 

Owner's Responsibility

New Jersey law states that the owner is always liable if his or her dog bites someone, even if the bite occurs on the owner's property.  This is true, even if the dog has never been vicious before or was provoked by the victim.  Any dog can become a dangerous dog in the right circumstances. The owner is responsible for ensuring that those circumstances never arise.

Leash Laws

Violations of leash laws and other animal regulation ordinances may contribute to the owner's liability as well.  This is why it is important for dog owners to know the local laws regarding unleashed dogs.

Cost of Dog Bites

There are hundreds of thousands of dog bites and maulings each year requiring medical attention.  Many dog bite victims are children, mail carriers, pizza delivery drivers, and others whose work puts them in frequent contact with strange dogs.  The cost to these victims is very high-medical bills, permanent disfigurement, blindness, disability, and death. 

What to do if you are Bitten

If you are bitten by a dog or attacked by another animal, seek medical attention immediately.  If possible, determine the name of the dog and its owners. See if there are any witnesses to the attack, and be prepared to describe the circumstances. Then, call a knowledgeable New Jersey dog bite attorney.  Contact William E. Mandry, P.C., Law Offices, to discuss filing a dog bite lawsuit to obtain compensation for your injuries.